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Frank Parsons (English footballer)
Frank Ronald Parsons[1] (born 29 October 1947)[2] is an English-born, former professional footballer who represented Wales at under-23 level. He played as a goalkeeper in the Football League for Crystal Palace, Cardiff City and Reading, in addition to a brief spell at Fulham where he did not make an appearance. He also played non-league football for Staines Town, Woking, and Slough Town. Playing careerParsons was born in Amersham, Buckinghamshire and began his youth career at Crystal Palace, signing professional terms in July 1965.[2] However, his appearances were limited as John Jackson was the regular first team 'keeper. His four League appearances came at the end of the 1966–7 season, making his debut in a home 2–1 win over Birmingham City on 22 April.[3] In August 1970, Parsons moved on to Cardiff City,[2] where he made 17 appearances over the next four years, before brief spells at Fulham and Reading. Parsons then moved into non-league football with Staines Town in 1975.[4] In 1977, he moved to Woking[4] and subsequently joined Slough Town in 1980 for a fee of £3,000.[4] He remained as a player with Slough Town until November 1983 and in October that year scored the winning goal in a 3–2 win over Hampton F.C in the FA Cup third qualifying round.[4] Although English-born, Parsons represented Wales at under-23 level and also played for an Isthmian League representative XI.[4] Personal lifeParsons is married with two children and after retirement lived in the Eton area where he ran a newsagent's shop.[4] References
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